Owl Be There^®

Children's Services • Year: 2025

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What Is Owl Be There?

Owl Be There provides information, consultation and advice to individuals and families for placement of an individual in private-pay housing or care facilities and for in-home care, along with related services and products. Franchisees are expected to operate primarily as a home-based business (with the option to rent commercial space) and typically meet clients at clients' homes, care facilities, other locations, or via video conferencing. The business targets individual consumers and families (B2C), and franchisees are generally paid by senior living and care providers after making placements.

Owl Be There Franchise: Pros and Cons

A major strength is the franchisor's 152 hours of initial training - in the top 10% for Children's Services - showing strong investment in new operators and teams; however, the Territory Protection Score of 35 (bottom 10%) poses a significant risk of nearby approvals or competing channels.

Pros

152 hours of initial training is well above typical for Children's Services (top 10%), signaling the franchisor invests heavily in preparing new operators and their teams before opening.

Zero disclosed lawsuits, zero franchisee-initiated judgments or settlements, zero government penalties, and zero franchisor enforcement actions - all well below typical (bottom 5%) - indicate a clean legal and regulatory record that reduces legal risk for franchisees.

Zero outlet non-renewals is well below typical for Children's Services (bottom 5%), suggesting strong renewal rates and that existing operators are choosing to stay in the system.

Cons

Territory Protection Score of 35 is well below typical for Children's Services (bottom 10%), meaning you will have limited territory protection and the franchisor could approve nearby locations or competing channels.

1 outlet termination is well above typical for Children's Services (top quarter), which suggests at least one operator has exited the system and warrants further inquiry into why.

Manager not required to complete initial training (unusual absence - 91.9% of Children's Services franchises require this) increases the risk that on-site leadership may be untrained or inconsistent in operations.

Lawsuits & Legal Risk

100

Excellent

Owl Be There reported no material legal proceedings,

Territory Protection

35/100

NORMAL

Owl Be There grants a protected, non-exclusive territory defined by market density and demographic factors (typically 500,000–800,000 population) with site-specific boundaries. Territory rights are contingent on meeting performance quotas; the franchisor retains rights to develop nearby units and sell via e-commerce and alternative distribution channels.

Training & Support

86/100

NORMAL

The brand provides an Extensive 152-hour training curriculum designed to prepare two designated staff members for launch, combining classroom instruction with practical, operational training. The program includes on-site launch assistance to support operational readiness; franchisees are responsible for travel and living expenses, and on-site support is available at additional cost.

Unit Growth Analysis

This franchise showed modest expansion from 2023 to 2024 (5 → 6 units, +20%) but then stalled in 2025 (6 → 6, 0% growth), so the trend is decelerating and now flat. For investors, that means initial growth momentum has paused-raising a flag to examine franchisee recruitment, market saturation, or support issues-since the growth rate fell 20 percentage points from +20% to 0%.

How Much Does It Cost to Open an Owl Be There Franchise?

Opening an Owl Be There franchise requires a total initial investment of $88,989 to $104,589, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. This range covers the franchise fee, real estate, equipment, training, and initial working capital needed to launch and operate through the early months.

Minimum Investment

$88,989

Franchise Fee

Real Estate

Equipment & Assets

Reserves

Training

Other

Maximum Investment

$104,589

Minimum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$54,400

Real Estate$0

Equipment & Assets$5,900

Reserves$12,000

Training$12,000

Other$4,689

Maximum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$54,400

Real Estate$0

Equipment & Assets$6,800

Reserves$22,000

Training$13,900

Other$7,489

Investment Analysis

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The initial investment amounts shown are estimates only. Actual costs may vary based on location size, business model, and multi-unit ownership arrangements. We recommend reviewing the full Franchise Disclosure Document for complete details.

How Much Do Owl Be There Franchise Owners Make?

Owl Be There franchise locations reported average gross sales of $91,033 and median gross sales of $81,562 in 2025, based on financial performance data disclosed in Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document.

Average Gross Sales:

$91,033

Median Gross Sales:

$81,562

High Gross Sales:

$110,432

Low Gross Sales:

$81,106

Sample Size:

Percent Attaining Average:

33.0%

Audit Status:

Unaudited

Franchise vs Corporate Performance: The three franchised units reported an average FY24 gross sales of about 91,033 while the company-owned (corporate) location reported substantially higher FY24 gross sales (658,208), indicating the corporate location outperformed the franchised sample in that year.

Performance Variability Analysis: Among the three franchised units FY24 gross sales ranged from 81,106 to 110,432, showing moderate absolute variability but conclusions are limited by the very small sample size of three outlets.

Data Scope and Limitations: The Item 19 figures are unaudited and self-reported, cover only franchised businesses open for all of FY24 (three units), and exclude outlets not open the full year, so results may not represent broader franchise performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Owl Be There a good franchise to own?

Whether Owl Be There is a good franchise depends on your goals, experience, and local market. Key factors from the 2025 FDD: Owl Be There operates 6 locations, received a legal risk score of 100/100, a training and support score of 86/100. Financial performance data is disclosed in Item 19. Prospective franchisees should review the full Franchise Disclosure Document and consult with a franchise attorney before making any investment decision.

Is an Owl Be There franchise worth the investment?

The value of an Owl Be There franchise investment depends on factors such as location, operator experience, and market demand. The initial investment ranges from $88,989 to $104,589. Owl Be There disclosed average gross sales of $91,033 in 2025. The system reported 1 terminated units in 2025. Franchise investments carry inherent risk, and prospective buyers should conduct thorough due diligence before committing capital.

What is the failure rate of Owl Be There franchises?

In the 2025 FDD, Owl Be There reported 1 terminated franchises and 0 non-renewals out of 6 total locations. Franchise closures can result from many factors including market conditions, operator decisions, lease expirations, and franchisor enforcement actions. The FDD's Item 20 provides the most detailed unit turnover data.

How long does it take to break even with an Owl Be There franchise?

Break-even timelines for Owl Be There franchises are not disclosed in the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. Break-even periods vary significantly based on initial investment level, local market conditions, operating costs, and revenue ramp-up speed. Prospective franchisees should build a pro forma financial model using Item 7 cost estimates and, where available, Item 19 financial performance data from the FDD.

Is Owl Be There a franchise or a corporate-owned business?

As of the 2025 FDD, Owl Be There operates 5 franchised locations and 1 company-owned locations. Franchise opportunities are available through the franchisor's disclosure process.

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